South African Reacts to Never Mess With The Tomb on the Unknown Solider

[@oskney3329]

Thank you. My uncle died at Pearl Harbor during WWII and never found identified. We went to The Tomb and I felt like we finally truly honored him. That’s a beautiful prestigious and sacred place.m.

[@jeffjones6221]

Hand on my heart for your uncle. I appreciate his service. ❤

[@beesnort3163]

My love and really to your dear uncle. ❤

[@TheMarkc614]

My uncle was wounded at Pearl Harbor. December 7th happened to be his 18th birthday.

[@larryclark4297]

There is footmarks in the concrete where they March and they will March inside the marks they are worn marks by the soldiers walking back and forth sometimes you can see it in the video it's incredible to see 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@Lina_unchained]

Your uncle and my great uncle both served at Pearl Harbor that day. My great uncle always made us light candles and say prayers for the unidentified from that day. So I have been praying for your uncle my whole life without knowing it. All love to you and your family. And I'd like to continue to pray for your uncle among the others if I may.

[@johanna0131]

There’s a video of a tomb guard who gets stabbed in the foot by the bayonet on his rifle while it’s being inspected. He barely flinches and continues his work with blood coming through his shoe. These soldiers are pretty amazing.

[@Hammernms]

I had a friend who was a tomb guard. Sadly he passed away a few years ago. Much respect ❤

[@nancystanton955]

My Uncle Eddie was lost at the Battle of Enewetok in February 1944. His body was never recovered. The Tomb is special and was especially so to my Mum. She was 19 and she answered the door to find 3 men in uniform who asked for my grandparents. Mum told me about this in the early 1970s and cried as she did. We lived in Ohio at the time but my family made 3 trips to visit the Tomb and Mum and Dad made another 4 to 5. Mum said she knew Uncle Eddie wasn't there physically but she knew he and the many other unknowns were there in spirit and pride. Info: Uncle Eddie was a gunner on a plane. The plane was shot down and never located.

[@Tee-cl6dc]

Thank You for your Uncle's Service and Sacrifice God Bless America 🇺🇸

[@nancystanton955]

@Tee-cl6dc Thank you. Mum is gone now so I accept for her.

[@slinman100]

I appreciate your uncle’s sacrifice for our country. I can’t imagine the pain associated with going through that. ❤

[@paulbagby2803]

I coached a guard now at tomb in high school rugby

[@sdstewart100]

You should find a video that goes deeper into the selection and training of a tomb guard. Even with just how insanely meticulous they are with their uniform. It's a great watch.

[@vitoandolini429]

If I ever see a disrespectful tourist the sentinel would be the least of their problem I'd sit in jail with a smile on my face

[@kevinbrown3075]

My father in law who was a Vietnam vet with the 1st. Air Cavalry Division was invited with some of his comrades to lay the wreath at the tomb. It was highlight in his post service years. He passed in 2017.

[@slinman100]

What an incredible honor. ❤

[@beesnort3163]

Thank you for your respect and honor of our troops. My dear dear wonderful father was in Vietnam and eventually died of agent orange poisoning. He is buried in a highly decorated cemetery and had the gun salute at his funeral. It makes me so sad to think of one of the sweetest and most wonderful men in earth having to be in that terrible war. But thank you for your respect. ❤

[@greylocke100]

What many people fail to understand is why Servicemembers current and past get VERY upset when our flag is treated disrespectfully. Our fallen are buried under our flag. Disrespecting the flag, disrespects our fallen. Of not just the US, but ANY nation. You DO NOT disrespect a National flag. Even if you hate the Nation that flag represents, men and women are buried under that flag, and by disrespecting it, you disrespect their sacrifice and service. And that is dishonorable to the ones who have gone before us after sacrificing so much.

[@SnowLady_164]

Hi Jono, I am always amazed by the Tomb Guards. You are correct, perfection is their goal. I feel pride each time I watch a video showing them in action. I especially like "The Changing of the Guard" video. I hope you feel better soon, and try to have a nice day.

[@prischm5462]

Goose-bump time: "Here rests in honored glory, an American soldier known but to God."

[@karinfichtner7479]

I have been to Arlington Cemetery 3 times. It never fails to amaze me.

[@Laura-mi3nv]

Freezing cold, sweating like a pig?? Welcome to menopause!

[@OkiePeg411]

I accompanied my Korea war veteran father on his Honor Flight. They were able to witness the changing of the guard. There were some silly, disrespectful high school aged kids making noise (I don't remember if they were talking, laughing or maybe a phone went off) but the guard stopped and yelled very loud to "have respect!! It was scary!! Anyone attending in the audience must be very careful, too... there are pick pockets all throughout the crowd. One of our WWII vets was pickpocketed that day. It was so very sad. But since the vet was in our group, we cared for him, and of course, he returned with us on the airplane. Even if he now had no ID or money.

[@LlamaLlamaMamaJamaac]

Oh wow that must have been an amazing experience… my dad is a Vietnam vet and took his Honor Flight 3 years ago. I CANNOT IMAGINE kids being disrespectful… someone really should tell kids how to behave and have them silence their phones beforehand.

[@starparodier91]

I remember a few years ago there was a “trend” of teens/early 20’s posing and taking pics showing off their LV bag, etc… in front of Auschwitz. I’ll never understand how disrespectful some people can be.

[@TanyaQueen182]

This one means a heck of a lot to us Americans. It's the respect we show those who died fighting for us. That includes American soldiers and our allies. We will never forget them. Thank you for doing such a beautifully respectful reaction and you were still super fun! :) Big love from Florida!

[@thomasohanlon1060]

The thing is the tomb is near the center of the Arlington National Cemetery, you know Hallowed Ground, this is a military cemetery with the oldest military grave, being that of a Union Private Christman, W. of the 67th Pennsylvania. There is NO excuse for improper behavior.

[@yzenynot]

I grew up near Arlington and have a friend who is interred there, so I've visited often both as a kid, and as an adult. I'd just got a proper 35mm camera and went to photograph the changing of the guards, forgetting the camera makes a clicking noise when taking an image. The noise was enough for me to be called down and a reminder issued by the guard, to everyone, to remember we were on sacred ground and should act accordingly.

[@kristyvancleve9084]

My father was a Tomb guard known as The Old Guard, in the late 1940's. Outside of his kids and grandkids being born, that time was among the proudest moments of his life. I would like to think when he passed away in 2012, the unknowns met him in heaven, shook his hand and said thank you.

[@youteo3596]

Great reaction, I could tell by the look in your eyes how interested you were in learning about this. Damn shame alot of people from my own country dont seem to care at all about what this represents.

[@leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586]

Totally agree with you. My uncle was a veteran and belonged to the veterans of foreign wars and at his funeral, they gave a what I think was a twenty-one salute to honor him.

[@joefoster2936]

the tomb of the unknown badge is the only badge that can be revoked for any action that brings disrespect to the tomb

[@jaycooper2812]

There is a video where the guard's superior was inspecting his rifle and accidentally dropped it. The bayonet pierced the guard's foot and he finished the ceremony and marched for over an hour until someone pointed out to his superior that he was bleeding. He left little spots of blood at every step but he didn't even flinch when the bayonet pierced his foot.

[@m2hmghb]

Interestingly the 21 gun salute that you see most often is actually what is called a 3 volley salute. It's one rank of 7 soldiers who each fire 3 shots. An actual 21 gun salute has 3 ranks of 7 soldiers.

[@SansAziza]

Ya see, when you say your hat goes off.... 😂

[@connie7128]

Thanks for taking an interest in something so special to my country! I've always wanted to visit there - I live way out in rural western part of the U.S., so a trip to the east coast is expensive. One of my relatives died in Vietnam and was never found, so that tomb is for him and all of the other unidentified and missing soldiers throughout our history.

[@astrodoops]

I completely agree with you when it comes to memory. The older I get, the more I forget!

[@diannableichner5521]

Thank for your reaction even though you weren’t feeling well. All you can do at this point is rest and drink plenty of fluids. Hope you feel better soon.

[@SherriLyle80s]

I have two sets of grandparents buried here because I grew up around the Arlington Virginia and DC area. They are in the columbarium. It's so much more peaceful and away from tourists. I can drive right up to the gate and get saluted and pass through. It's a nice gesture.

[@Lina_unchained]

Thank you so much for continuing to make awesome content! We appreciate everything y'all do ❤ And thank you for always showing the utmost respect and reverence for things that deserve it even when they aren't things representing your own nation(s) directly. Thank you, genuinely.

[@jaycooper2812]

There is actually a grave at the National Cemetery of the Pacific at the Punch Bowl in Hawaii where several sailors killed at Pearl Harbor are buried that could not be identified and returned to their families. It is a very solumn place.

[@barrypritchett4178]

Thank you very much for showing respect, decency, common sense love your videos

[@randyrogers191]

This is one of the best reactions you've done. I'm retired military and only knew a fraction of this.

[@kevinb314]

I knew you would appreciate this one. You should check out a video on the history of it as well. This barely scratch the surface.

[@donnamoskowitz4978]

thank you for sharing! Hope you are feeling better soon! Love from Texas 🤠🤠

[@SGlitz]

Located at Arlington National Cementary, Arlington VA. Across the Potomac River from DC.

[@shannonrussell8756]

love your reaction to this. I think i saw in a video like this or read somewhere that this is 1 of the few or only badge that can be taken away for doing actions that bring any dishonor to the tomb or unit.

[@tobycopell1186]

the story of the tomb is interesting also

[@jrbaytown]

Get well soon bro! Love your videos!

[@nancydavis604]

I love your channel. You come up with really great material. Thank you for showing and talking about the “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier”. I feel as if you showed utmost respect in talking about this subject. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@thumper7047]

I'm proud to say my son similarly served (I do not know/remember the title) of aa sailor who works at Arlington Cemetary performing funerals. Similar in the guard in that they have to maintain a level of presentability above and beyond that of a typical soldier or sailor. He did that for several months as a volunteer which is again, is not something presented to everyone. He is a 4.0 Sailor and was even command advanced in paygrade to E5. I would have loved to have seen him perform his duty then, but I had already been a special guest to a previous award ceremony for him at his squadron in Norfolk.

[@Jeffbambam]

Get well soon ! 🙏

[@smokeyverton7981]

There is a great video about the history of the tomb and how it came about

[@basbeest2238]

Great reaction! Your explanation around 2:35 sounds like you have a nice flu... I hope you get well soon.

[@TangentOmega]

Every honorably discharged person can request to be buried in a military cemetery with a 21 gun salute, for free.

[@george217]

The plot, the opening and closing of the grave, transportation to and from mortuary to the cemetery as well as the marker are free. Everything else is paid for by the family, pre-arrangement, etc...

[@michaelbresciani9428]

Thanks this is truly awesome.

[@steveturner3999]

Jono I hope you get to feeling better soon!

[@aliciamartin2024]

I hope you feel better!

[@blake7587]

You should check out “The Story of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier”. Truly a beautiful story

[@philmakris8507]

Check out the movie TAKING CHANCE

[@Triggerhippie70]

As a very proud patriotic American, in my opinion this is the utmost level of respect and to those who disrespect this tomb are horrible people with no class.

[@dwcobb43]

I highly suggest that you watch a changing of the guard at the tomb of the unknown soldier

[@Kauthaji]

I finally found your original channel.

[@leesavick5885]

I was lucky enough to get to see this. These idiots over here were so disrespectful. I was ashamed of them.

[@LlamaLlamaMamaJamaac]

I’m glad you mentioned the parallel between this and the King’s Guard 💂🏻‍♂️ I think of them whenever seeing “don’t mess with the Sentinels” type videos I mean we’ve all seen videos of tourists outright TRYING to antagonize them or trying to get a grin or something… I’m American and that makes me SO MAD!! Like… those are ELITE MILITARY, have some respect!!

[@LoriCollis]

Are you having hot flashes?? I feel your pain, lol.

[@wellitsjustG]

same boat. takes 3-4 run throughs to absorb.

[@roadwary]

Really like your reactions

[@Tee-cl6dc]

Hope you feel better soon ❤ A American Nana

[@LoriCollis]

I heard the guards are not permitted to drink alcohol or swear for life after their guard service. Not sure if that's true.

[@tommyodonnell9]

That is an internet myth.

[@maryslack6169]

That's amazing 👏

[@daniellehuston7959]

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is not USA specific; there are other countries that have it in conjunction with the USA!!

[@jamesridoni]

21 comes from the 21 gun salute.

[@manxkin]

Respect🇺🇸

[@susanchavez4778]

The Covid just hit our family as well.

[@waltdavidson6414]

hi ,, if you come to USA ,,, you got to see that in person ,,, if you think this is hard ,, watch that video the ENGLAND QUEEN GUARDS ,,, with their training ,, now that is harder than USA guards training

[@theresashadwell9060]

I mean ....👏👏👏👏👏👏🫡

[@TheVosack]

Menopause is a totally natural thing.

[@roger5322]

The good thing about covid-19 ....is that you can't get pregnant while your sick. 😯

[@kizunadragon9]

“Here rests in honored glory an American soldier known but to God.” However this video continues the misinformation about them having loaded weapons. The rifles are not loaded and neither is the Sgt's sidearm. Ammunition is on premises though. They ARE NOT permitted to shoot unruly guests. They will not point their rifles at you, they will stand at port arms (not the "ready position") and give a verbal command. They do however have handcuffs and are empowered by the US parks police to detain blatant lawbreakers. more often than not guests simply are too afraid to find out what comes after the verbal command and just stop the grabass. In order for them to lock and load first of all they would not use the ceremonial M14. The Sgt of the guard is not empowered to give such an order. that would have to come from much higher up, if that order is given M4 rifles are located in the barracks or "dressing room".

[@agirlnamedbrett.]

idk why you would go to arlington cemetary and the tomb of the unkown soldier if you plan on disrespecting any part of that place. just dumb. places like this as well as gettysburg and antietam are emotional places for me i can barely hold it together

[@rollomaughfling380]

Also, @08:56 a "21 gun salute" is a Naval tradition, going back to the 16th century, and refers to Naval cannon fire. Rifles are not "guns." and as you can see, there are not 21 rifles at play here. I hate these kinds of videos.

[@dj11o9er]

But rifles *are* guns, though?

[@rollomaughfling380]

@@dj11o9er Strictly, no, especially with regard to ceremony. In the military, "gun" refers to artillery, like cannon, howitzers, certain types of mortars or machine guns. Maybe shotguns. They have a completely different role to rifles. What you see here is a "three-volley salute," performed with rifles, common to military funerals. Call your rifle a gun in Marine Corps boot camp, and see if you don't get drilled around, chanting: "This is my rifle, this (your junk) is my gun. This is for fightin', this is for fun . . ."

[@bookertee3057]

Great video. Watch Texans hunt wild hogs from helicopters. Wild hogs cost southern farmers over a billion dollars a year.

[@jaycooper2812]

There once was a guard that slipped and fell breaking his leg. He then stood up and continued marching until his stint was over. The x-rays showed that he fractured his leg in 4 places.

[@tommyodonnell9]

No such thing happened at the Tomb.

[@rollomaughfling380]

Your "HEEYYY!" at the beginning of your videos is very jarring and off-putting, and unnecessary bro. My two cents.

[@mm37too]

I love it! It's his own catch phrase. For every one of you there is one of me ya see...